Words with the letter U

The letter U is a vital vowel in Scrabble, worth 1 point, and it plays an essential role in forming a wide variety of words. Because it frequently appears after the letter Q, having a good grasp of U words is key for making the most of tricky tiles. Short words like up, us, and um are handy for quick plays and tight board spaces, while longer words such as unit, usage, and unique can help rack up points when placed on premium squares. The flexibility of U allows you to connect different parts of the board and form parallel words efficiently.

Strategically, U is best used when paired with consonants like Q, L, and N to create high-scoring words. Knowing common letter combinations such as qu, un, and ul can help you build words quickly and extend existing ones. The letter U also works well in suffixes and prefixes like -ure, -ous, and un-, giving you more options to maximize your points. While U might seem simple, mastering its placement is essential to maintaining a balanced rack and enhancing your overall Scrabble strategy.

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Word	Scrabble© Points	WWF Points
underspin	16	16
underspins	17	17
understaffed	22	22
understaffing	25	25
understand	15	15
understandable	23	23
understandably	25	25
understanding	21	21
understandingly	26	26
understands	16	16
understate	13	13
understated	15	15
understatedly	20	20
understatement	21	21
understatements	22	22
understates	14	14
understating	18	18
understeer	13	13
understeered	16	16
understeering	19	19
understeers	14	14
understood	14	14
understories	15	15
understory	15	15
understrapper	22	22